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Lilly

Pronunciation: [ l-IHL-ee ]

Boy Name #42,202 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Lilly is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-IHL-ee.

Parents who love the name Lilly often also consider Lillian, Lillie, Lizzie .

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#42,202
Total SSA Count
5

Nicknames

Lil Liy Lilie

Also a Girl Name

Lilly is also used as a girl name, ranked #259.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lilly

Is Lilly a boy or girl name?
Lilly is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #42202. As a girl name, it is ranked #259. Lilly is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Lilly?
Lilly is pronounced l-IHL-ee.
How popular is the name Lilly?
Lilly is currently ranked #42202 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Lilly?
Common nicknames for Lilly include Lil, Liy, and Lilie.
Is Lilly a common or rare name?
Lilly is an uncommon name, ranked #42202 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Lilly

Lilly is a boy name .

Is Lilly a boy or girl name? Lilly is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #42,202 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #259. Lilly is more commonly used as a girl name.

Lilly is currently ranked #42,202 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Lilly include Lil, Liy, and Lilie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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